Players of the upcoming MMO World of Warcraft: Forever have reportedly received a survey from Blizzard that explores potential new class additions. While Blizzard requested discretion, details and screenshots have surfaced online, sparking discussion among the community and prominent World of Warcraft content creators.
Although Eurogamer cannot independently verify the survey's authenticity, leaked information suggests a range of classes are being considered. According to reports on the Classic WoW Reddit, these potential classes include Bard, Death Knight, Demon Hunter, Illusionist, Monk, Necromancer, Metalborn/Runemaster/Runeknight, San'layn, Tinker, Warden, and Witch.
Some of these appear to be reimagined versions of classes found in modern World of Warcraft, such as Death Knights, Demon Hunters, and Monks. These would likely require significant adaptation to fit the gameplay and design philosophy of WoW: Forever. For instance, the survey allegedly describes a Demon Hunter with a slower, less mobile playstyle compared to its Legion counterpart, and originating from a different, smaller faction.
Among the more novel concepts, the survey reportedly details a Tinker class. Drawing inspiration from the Warcraft RTS series, this class would pilot a mech suit capable of tanking, dealing damage, or providing support. The Tinker would also feature a dual-life mechanic, switching between the mech and its pilot. Another unique prospect is the San'layn, described as vampiric knights focusing on melee combat and draining enemies' vitality.
The potential implementation of these classes could represent a significant expansion for the Classic World of Warcraft setting, offering new gameplay avenues without revisiting previous expansions. The survey's contents offer a glimpse into Blizzard's potential design directions for the future of WoW: Forever.